Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry)

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry) is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts American Woodcock, Eastern Screech-Owl, and American Herring Gull among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/4/2026Cascade Valley Metro Park--Valley View Area1 observed

Redpoll (Common)

Acanthis flammea

3/4/20261364 Briarhill Dr, Akron US-OH 41.17182, -81.660171 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/4/20261364 Briarhill Dr, Akron US-OH 41.17182, -81.660171 observed

American Herring x Great Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x marinus

3/3/2026Wendy Park, Whiskey Island1 observed

American Herring x Lesser Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x fuscus

3/3/2026Rivergate Park, Merwin Ave.1 observed

Redpoll

Acanthis flammea

3/3/2026The Spur1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

2/28/2026Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District 49th St. Outflow1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/28/2026Wendy Park, Whiskey Island1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/27/2026Erie Island Park, Akron US-OH (41.0880,-81.5785)1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

2/23/202617630 Creekside Dr, Chagrin Falls US-OH (41.3900,-81.2971)1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

2/21/2026The Spur2 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

2/21/2026West Woods1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Woodcock

13/4/2026

Eastern Screech-Owl

13/4/2026

American Herring Gull

203/1/2026

Canada Goose

123/1/2026

Trumpeter Swan

33/1/2026

Mallard

153/1/2026

American Black Duck

13/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

63/1/2026

American Crow

33/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/1/2026

Carolina Wren

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry) for birding?
The best months to visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry)?
Notable species at Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry) include American Woodcock, Eastern Screech-Owl, American Herring Gull, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry)?
Birding at Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry)?
Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Station Road Parking Area (train tracks closed to entry) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.